Confined Spaces - Awareness & Risk Assessment

CONFINED SPACES AWARENESS AND RISK ASSESSMENT

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Managers, Supervisors, Engineers and all those with responsibility for controlling work in Confined Spaces and/or carrying out risk assessments prior to permitting entry into Confined Spaces (Delegates should already be capable of carrying out general risk assessments). This course is not suitable for those who have a need to enter/work in a Confined Space.

CONTENT

What is a confined space and what are the hazards?

Confined spaces regulations 1997

Who is competent to carry out this Risk Assessment?

Avoiding the need for Entry

Risk Assessments

Who is affected? What is the risk

Condition of the confined space

Previous contents, residues, contamination

Oxygen Deficiency, Physical Dimensions, Cleaning Chemicals

Sources of Ignition, Ingress of Substances

Safe Systems of Work including Permits to Work

Arrangements for Emergencies

Equipment required to enter a Confined Space

Arrangements for Emergencies

The Purpose/Examination/Testing of Gas Detection Equipment

The Purpose/Examination/Testing of Escape Breathing Apparatus

The Purpose/Examination/Testing of Ropes and Safety Harnesses

The Purpose/Examination/Testing of Tripods and Man Riding Winches

Personal Protective Equipment and Hygiene

Maintenance of Equipment

Ventilation and the avoidance of unsafe atmospheres

Manpower including Training Requirements

Communication and entry Procedures

Scheduled Dates Available

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